Plaid

Founding Account Executive, San Francisco

San Francisco, California, United States

$100,000 – $150,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in sales at an early-stage B2B SaaS company. Experience selling a technical early-stage product is preferred. Strong communication skills are required to engage both technical and non-technical audiences, and candidates must be detail-oriented with excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

The Founding Account Executive will be responsible for managing all inbound leads, generating pipeline, and closing deals end-to-end. They will work closely with founders and the operations team to identify leads, understand customer pain points, and negotiate contract terms. Additionally, they will collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, product, and engineering teams to prioritize the customer roadmap and onboard strategic customers.

Skills

Sales
SaaS
Lead Generation
Pipeline Management
Negotiation
Time Management
Cross-functional Collaboration
Customer Onboarding
Communication
Product Knowledge

Plaid

Connects financial accounts to apps securely

About Plaid

Plaid simplifies financial data management for individuals and businesses by connecting various financial accounts to apps and services. Its main product is a set of APIs that allow developers to integrate financial data into their applications, enabling users to track spending, initiate payments, and access financial services all in one place. Plaid serves a wide range of clients, including app developers and financial institutions, and is used by popular apps like LendingTree and Square. Unlike many competitors, Plaid focuses on providing a comprehensive and scalable platform that supports various financial use cases, such as transactions and identity verification. The company's goal is to enhance the way users interact with their financial data, making it easier and more secure.

Key Metrics

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$714.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

We've got you covered: From medical, life, and 401ks, we’re here to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
Everyone is an owner: We want everyone to feel ownership over their work - literally, which is why we offer equity to full-time Plaids.
Vacation your way: We want to make sure you have time to meet your personal needs with unlimited PTO and two weeks of synchronous, company-wide vacation.
Grow your skills: Every Plaid is in control of their career development with our learning stipends, tools, and trainings.

Risks

Increased competition from API-based banking solutions like FIS's Code Connect platform.
Potential legal challenges, such as PNC's lawsuit over trademark issues.
Demand for enhanced transparency and security in financial data sharing.

Differentiation

Plaid offers seamless financial data integration through robust APIs for diverse clients.
Plaid's Pay by Bank for Bill Pay provides a cost-effective recurring payment solution.
Plaid's strategic partnerships enhance its value proposition in payroll and payment sectors.

Upsides

Plaid's expansion into the Triangle area indicates growth and increased hiring potential.
Partnership with Dwolla enhances Plaid's presence in the secure payments sector.
Collaboration with Ansa expands market reach through pay-by-bank capabilities for merchants.

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